The Law Firm Blueprint
383 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -The ondemand version of the Facebook Live show "The Law Firm Blueprint" Featuring Seth Price and Jay Ruane
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S6E4: Massive Success and Firm Growth with Michael McCready
April 25, 2024 20:19 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBJoin Seth Price, Jay Ruane, and special guest Michael McCready on the newest episode of The Law Firm Blueprint to discuss Michael’s firm growth and how he has become a regional juggernaut in the PI space. In the episode Michael dives deep into scaling a law firm and creating a thriving culture. From humble beginnings, Michael shares his journey of building a successful law practice over the past 25 years. He discusses the essential steps of becoming a great lawyer, mastering client relations...
S6E3: Mid-career? Ultimate Guide to Launch Your Firm
April 18, 2024 20:10 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode, Ben Gideon and Taylor Asen join Seth to detail some of the benefits and hardships of starting a new firm midway through a law career. While they were able to pump more financial capital into the firm and get it off the ground perhaps faster than someone fresh out of law school, they also had to navigate their own families, putting their kids through college, and building a new culture in their firm. They discuss an annual retreat they established to aid in the process of cul...
S6E2- Law Firm Owners' Insight: End User Impact & Money Efficiency
April 11, 2024 20:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB📜In this video, Seth Price and Jay Ruane provide expert advice regarding impressions on your end user and saving money as a law firm owner. No matter where you are in the growth of your law firm, this episode has valuable information for you. After the pair discuss graphic design and leaving positive impressions on your end user, Seth and Jay navigate the complex terrain of fiscal responsibility within law firms. In particular, the pair address the challenge of reconciling varying spending ...
S6E1- Expert Advice: Build Your Ideal Law Firm with Jordan Ostroff
April 04, 2024 20:30 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBOn this episode, Seth Price and Jay Ruane host Special Guest Jordan Ostroff to discuss the release of his new book, Love Your Law Firm. This episode focuses on how to define success separately from just profit. Jordan chooses to run his firm with a structure that allows him to be happy and enjoy his life. For example, rather than work on Tuesdays and Thursdays, he instead has time for family, networking, higher level business decisions! #lawfirmgrowth #loveyourlawfirm #jordanostroff #newbo...
S5:E32- When to Hire a Vendor vs. Hire In-House
March 28, 2024 20:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBOn this episode, Seth Price and Jay Ruane discuss when to utilize outside vendors vs. hiring in-house employees for services needed to run your firm such as bookkeeping, intake, marketing, videography, and more! Jay hates it when Seth says “it depends,” to answer questions like these, but as is the case with many entrepreneurial endeavors, it truly does depend. The duo agree that there are different circumstances that would cause a firm owner to hire vs outsource, such as finances, quality ...
S5:E31- Employee Mental Health and Firm Redundancies
March 21, 2024 20:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBOn this episode, Seth and Jay discuss how hiring a “utility player” in your firm who can fill in multiple roles is an important part of building up redundancies in your firm. When done right, the firm owner is not always on call if someone in a key role suddenly calls out. Seth discusses how he believes the younger generation’s constant exposure to video content and social media will likely be found to be tied to higher anxiety levels. They also analyze how Seth almost moved BluShark to th...
S5:E30- Law Firm Growth & Avoiding Disasters with Seth Price and Jay Ruane
March 14, 2024 19:30 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBIn this insightful video, Seth Price and Jay Ruane discuss what to do when the systems you have in place fail to prevent disaster. From streamlining your procedures to training your staff properly, these legal experts share valuable insights and tips for success when scaling your firm. They use an example from Jay’s firm this week where a lawyer was assigned to a case outside of his expertise, resulting in disaster. Because of this situation, they delve into the importance of building a stro...
S5E29- Hiring the Right People and Jay’s Firm Exit Plan
March 07, 2024 21:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBOn this edition of The Law Firm Blueprint, Seth Price and Jay Ruane discuss Ruane Attorney’s potential search for a second Sales Attorney as a contingency plan to take the burden off of one of his longtime employees. They go over the best ways to vet potential employees, and how to hire as a business owner with the intent of expanding a department rather than firing and replacing an employee. Jay expresses how he wants to build up his team for a potential firm exit down the line, and Seth ...
S5:E28 - Navigating Software Upgrades and Solutions
February 22, 2024 20:32 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBOn this edition of The Law Firm Blueprint, Seth Price and Jay Ruane discuss Ruane Attorney’s potential search for new intake software. The pair discuss when new software might be the right move and expand the discussion for other firms looking to experiment with new tools. Jay leads the conversation with his own personal experiences. His firm has a software that works well, but with the amount of new leads his firm is seeing, he is curious to find if there is anything new out there that co...
S5:E27 - New Firm, What's Next?
February 08, 2024 20:41 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBOn this week’s edition of The Law Firm Blueprint, Seth and Jay discuss starting a firm on your own. Together, the pair reminisce about the origins of Price Benowitz and Ruane Attorneys in order to give advice to current upstart firms. They dive into topics such as where to focus your marketing budget, the importance of having a plan in place before starting your firm, and strategies for moving into a practice area that you want to be in. Plus, the duo discuss the current state of their firm...
S5:E25 - The Final Stretch of the Year & Dealing with Firm Finances
January 26, 2024 16:58 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB🌟 Episode Highlights 🌟 In this episode, you'll get a seat at the table where Seth and Jay share their personal experiences and strategies concerning the fiscal health of their firms. Here's what you can look forward to: - Financial Clean-Up: Seth Price discusses the critical practice of financial decluttering to identify potential issues before they snowball. - Lending and Investing: Jay reveals his considerations for reinvesting in the firm versus seeking external return opportunities. ...
S5:E26 - Elevate Your Law Firm in the New Year
January 26, 2024 16:57 - 33 minutes - 31 MBOn the first Law Firm Blueprint episode of 2024, Seth and Jay discuss a gamut of topics including Seth’s love for the NTL conference, and when (or when not to!) expand into new practice areas. Additionally, Seth and Jay discuss how they are in a hiring frenzy and the challenges associated with receiving many qualified applicants that they must manage. The pair also discuss how to approach employees giving notice, and the proper timetables for both bringing someone new into your firm as well ...
S5:E25 The Final Stretch of the Year & Dealing with Firm Finances
December 21, 2023 20:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB🌟 Episode Highlights 🌟 In this episode, you'll get a seat at the table where Seth and Jay share their personal experiences and strategies concerning the fiscal health of their firms. Here's what you can look forward to: - Financial Clean-Up: Seth Price discusses the critical practice of financial decluttering to identify potential issues before they snowball. - Lending and Investing: Jay reveals his considerations for reinvesting in the firm versus seeking external return opportunities. ...
S5:E24 - How much should you scale and dealing with Overseas Talent and different cultures towards work and time off.
December 14, 2023 16:21 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB📈 Scaling Your Practice Intelligently Join Seth Price and Jay Ruane as they dissect the complex relationship between expanding a law firm and maintaining quality staff. They passionately discuss the necessity of balancing revenue with hiring, fostering a culture that aligns with personal goals, and how the freeze of winter can reshape the way we consider remote work and maternity leave policies. Get valuable insights on how to scale your firm while keeping firm values and employee satisfact...
S5:E23 - Post Thanksgiving Thoughts!
November 24, 2023 18:56 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB🎧 New episode alert! Jay Ruane, CEO of The Criminal Mastermind, and Seth Price from Blu Shark Digital and Price Benowitz, dive into some deep discussions in the latest episode - 11.24.23 The Law Firm Blueprint podcast. Listen in as they tackle the potential repercussions of turning off paid advertising, the exhaustion of lawyers, and the impact on their efficacy, and the idea of grooming attorneys for case intake. Plus, they share their insights on leveraging credit cards for travel, annual...
S5:E22 - Tiger Tactics is LIVE!
November 22, 2023 18:56 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB🎙️ Exciting news! In the latest episode of the Law Firm Blueprint Podcast, Jay Ruane and Seth Price discuss their newly released book and share valuable insights on law firm growth and success. 📚 Key Takeaways from Episode: 1️⃣ The Power of a Book: Discover the impact of publishing a book on personal branding and visibility within your community. 2️⃣ Building a Strong Team: Gain insights on when and how to make strategic hires to scale your law firm effectively. 3️⃣ Finding the Right Fi...
S5:E21 Tiger Tactics CEO Edition Releases Tomorrow & More!
October 29, 2023 15:17 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ 🔥 In this week's episode of The Law Firm Blueprint Podcast, Jay Ruane and Seth Price dive into some fascinating topics about the legal profession and scaling your law firm. You don't want to miss this one! 🔥 📌 Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Importance of Community Support: Seth highlights the value of community support in the legal profession. He recounts a story of how the help and advice of a person named Mario Godoy closed a loop for his firm. Being a part of a supp...
S5:E20 Talking "firefighting" in emergency situations
October 19, 2023 20:01 - 32 minutes - 30 MBWe have a jam-packed show with a range of topics to delve into. We'll be exploring the importance of teamwork in building a successful law practice, especially with only ten weeks left in the year. Dive into the world of Pi context lawyers working fervently to solve cases and wrap them up before the year comes to a close. Join us as we navigate the busy holiday season for criminal lawyers and discover how they ramp up during Halloween through New Year's. Stay tuned for an intriguing d...
S5:E19 Lets Discuss Structural Changes and Mid Level Management in Law Firms
September 05, 2023 16:19 - 33 minutes - 61.7 MBPart 1: Introduction to the Law Firm Blueprint (00:07 - 00:13) Jay Ruane introduces himself as the CEO of Ruane Attorneys and the leader of the Criminal Mastermind coaching program. Part 2: Checking in with Seth (00:26 - 01:30) Seth discusses the progress of his week, mentioning both positive and challenging aspects. Seth brings up the topic of creating mid-level management and the importance of having the right leadership in place. Part 3: Making Structural Changes to the Firm (03:31 -...
S5:E19: Lets Discuss Structural Changes and Mid Level Management in Law Firms
September 05, 2023 16:19 - 33 minutes - 61.7 MBPart 1: Introduction to the Law Firm Blueprint (00:07 - 00:13) Jay Ruane introduces himself as the CEO of Ruane Attorneys and the leader of the Criminal Mastermind coaching program. Part 2: Checking in with Seth (00:26 - 01:30) Seth discusses the progress of his week, mentioning both positive and challenging aspects. Seth brings up the topic of creating mid-level management and the importance of having the right leadership in place. Part 3: Making Structural Changes to the Firm (03:31 -...
S5:E18: Call Tracking Yes or Nay?
August 26, 2023 18:29 - 26 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this episode Seth and Jay talk about the need for call tracking on your website, and if you even need it at all.
S5:E18 Call Tracking Yes or Nay?
August 26, 2023 18:29 - 26 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this episode Seth and Jay talk about the need for call tracking on your website, and if you even need it at all.
S5:E17 Talking Shop with Seth & Jay
August 11, 2023 20:09 - 27 minutes - 51.2 MBIn this episode they discuss how more firms are adopting AI, indoctrinating culture as soon as you hire and being intentional in setting aside time for reading business books and magazines. How to do events for your firm especially when you have remote workers AND a new generation of employees that don't like those types of events.
S5:E17: Talking Shop with Seth & Jay
August 11, 2023 20:09 - 27 minutes - 51.2 MBIn this episode they discuss how more firms are adopting AI, indoctrinating culture as soon as you hire and being intentional in setting aside time for reading business books and magazines. How to do events for your firm especially when you have remote workers AND a new generation of employees that don't like those types of events.
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E16: Let's Discuss Virtual Offices
August 04, 2023 01:59 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MBIn this episode, Seth and Jay discuss how to envision what you will need for space in 2030 as you think about long term leases and Jay asks if you can follow the medical industry model and segment your staff into defined roles to minimize a lawyer's involvement in the representation.
S5:E15 Lets discuss virtual offices, hotel style vs offices for lawyers
August 04, 2023 01:59 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MBIn this episode, Seth and Jay discuss how to envision what you will need for space in 2030 as you think about long term leases and Jay asks if you can follow the medical industry model and segment your staff into defined roles to minimize a lawyer's involvement in the representation.
S5:E14 Back from Summer Break!
July 27, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode Seth and Jay return from their summer vacations and discuss Jay's turnover and how culture helped save his firm in the last 6 weeks
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E15: Back from Summer Break!
July 27, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBLets talk about the storm Jay has just weathered in his office and how a strong culture helped it thrive afterwards!
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E14: Talking About Firm Culture
June 22, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 22.2 MBIn this episode Seth and Jay talk about firm culture, and how it shifts over time, and more importantly, how to cultivate one for your firm.
S5:E13 Talking about Firm Culture
June 22, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 22.2 MBIn this episode Seth and Jay talk about firm culture, and how it shifts over time, and more importantly, how to cultivate one for your firm.
S5:E12 - FMLA and Redundancy + Summer Associate Jobs!
June 15, 2023 17:52 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they talk about the troubles and triumphs of this week in their firms
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E13: FMLA and Redundancy + Summer Associate Jobs!
June 15, 2023 17:52 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they talk about the troubles and triumphs of this week in their firms
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E12: Returning from Fireproof Summit
May 16, 2023 03:10 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they discuss returning from Fireproof Summit, what should you do if former employees want to come back, and more!
S5:E11 - What could go wrong next?
May 16, 2023 03:10 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBCatch up with Seth and Jay as they dive into the problems facing their law firms
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May 16, 2023 03:10 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBCatch up with Seth and Jay as they dive into the problems facing their law firms
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E11: Scarcity Mindset with Ken Hardison and Alex Valencia
April 20, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBJoin Seth and Jay as Seth helps Jay discard his long standing scarcity mindset, and a conversation with Ken Hardison and Alex Valencia about the future of AI in Legal Marketing.
S5:E10 Talking about Scarcity Mindset
April 20, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBJoin Seth and Jay as Seth helps Jay discard his long standing scarcity mindset and a conversation with Ken Hardison and Alex Valencia about the future of AI in Legal Marketing
S5:E9 Collections & Benefits discussion
March 30, 2023 19:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they discuss how to collect the money you are owed and what benefits you must offer to retain talent.
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E10: Collections & Benefits
March 30, 2023 19:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they discuss how to collect the money you are owed and what benefits you must offer to retain talent.
S5:E8 Talking about Multi-Generational workforces and their positives (and negatives)
March 23, 2023 19:08 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode we tackles the issues of a multigenerational work force and remote/in office balance and interpersonal issues. We also tackle networking in the new age and how to maximize your return.
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E9: Talking About Multi-Generational Workforces
March 23, 2023 19:08 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode we tackles the issues of a multigenerational work force and remote/in office balance and interpersonal issues. We also tackle networking in the new age and how to maximize your return.
S5:E7 Talking New referral system and do you really need HR or a dedicated admin for the role?
March 09, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBThis week on the show we talk about Jay's new plan to cultivate more referrals in 2023, and do you need a HR person? An admin tasked with all things HR? Someone in the middle? Seth and Jay talk semantics and optics and whether you need to spend big bucks hiring a dedicated HR person or really just need a focused assistant at smaller firms.
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E8: Talking New Referral System and Do You Really Need HR?
March 09, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBThis week on the show we talk about Jay's new plan to cultivate more referrals in 2023, and do you need a HR person? An admin tasked with all things HR? Someone in the middle? Seth and Jay talk semantics and optics and whether you need to spend big bucks hiring a dedicated HR person or really just need a focused assistant at smaller firms.
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E7: Seth on the Road at ABA Techshow
March 02, 2023 20:34 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBJoin Seth live from ABA Techshow and Jay back at home (of course) to talk the latest tech at the show and more!
S5:E6 March 2, 2023 - Seth on the Road at Techshow
March 02, 2023 20:34 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBJoin Seth live from ABA Techshow and Jay back at home (of course) to talk the latest tech at the show and more!
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E6: A Players, Broken Referrals, and What Value Exists in a Phone Number?
February 23, 2023 18:34 - 37 minutes - 35 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they talk about the true value of A players and if you can have everyone be an A player in your team, how to deal with a broken referral relationship and if phone numbers like repeaters matter anymore.
S5:E6 Talking A Players, Broken Referrals and What Value exists in a phone number anymore?
February 23, 2023 18:34 - 37 minutes - 35 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they tackle big questions as you scale your firm.
S5:E5 Talking Takeaways from Hawaii + A convo with Jarret Prussin
February 16, 2023 20:33 - 49 minutes - 46.1 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they talk about a cornucopia of topics
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E5: Talking Takeaways from Hawaii + A Convo with Jarret Prusin
February 16, 2023 20:33 - 49 minutes - 46.1 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they talk about this week in the Law Firm Blueprint world!
The Law Firm Blueprint S5:E4: Dealing with Issues with Employees
February 09, 2023 20:17 - 33 minutes - 31 MBJoin Seth and Jay as they talk Fireproof/EOS, solving the problem when a great employee falls apart and more!